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Q: What size generator does my house need?

• <div><p>You can determine what size generator you need by listing the various appliances it will power during an outage. Write down the start-up watt usage, and then add them all together. </p><p>A 7,500-watt generator will run your refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits without a problem. However, you&rsquo;ll need an extra 3,000 to 4,500 watts to run your water heater and another 5,000 to 25,000 watts to run your electric furnace. In these instances, a whole-home generator is your best bet for running your critical equipment.</p></div>

Q: Should I buy a solar battery or a generator?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re deciding between a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/solar-batteries-vs-generators.htm">solar battery versus a generator</a> for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don&rsquo;t have many ongoing costs. </p></div>

Q: How does a generator transfer switch save me money?

• <div><p>It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you&rsquo;ll have to pay between <b>$400 and $2,500</b> to have the transfer switch installed, you&rsquo;ll recoup that amount later on when you don&rsquo;t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-hook-up-generator-to-house.htm">hook up of a generator to your home</a>. </p></div>

Q: Can you run a natural gas generator constantly all day?

• <div><p>Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there&rsquo;s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don&rsquo;t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.</p></div>

Q: Are generators safe?

• <div><p>When installed and used correctly, generators are safe to use. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/power-out-3-tips-safely-operate-home-generator.htm">most critical generator safety tips</a> to keep in mind are:</p><ul><li><p>Never use a portable generator inside an enclosed space, as the carbon monoxide exhaust it creates is lethal.</p></li><li><p>Never attempt to connect your generator to your home&rsquo;s electrical panel independently; hire a professional for this dangerous job.</p></li><li><p>Never overload your generator by connecting more appliances than for which it&rsquo;s rated; you can damage your generator and appliances or even cause a fire.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Last update on January 03, 2026

Reviewed in November 2024
He can do quality work quicker than most people. Very dedicated.
Caleba Family LLC
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Reviewed in September 2024
Great company to work with from start to finish...the installers were there on time and finished the shower install in 1 day as promised
Bathworks of Michigan, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Had a new Trane furnace installed. Crew was on time and fully prepared. Job was finished close to the time estimated by the installers, basement left cleaned up after installation. They did a quality job. They reviewed everything with us, about installation and operation of equipment. I would...
Rogers Refrigeration Inc
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Reviewed in October 2023
Steve was great to work with. He was knowledgeable, responsive and honest about the work we needed done. I talked with Steve after getting some astronomical quotes from other companies. He gave us a much more reasonable quote and timeline. He worked well with the City of Tacoma as they were...
SAP Enterprises, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2023
Got off to a slow start getting the cost nailed down. Josh did commit to being done in July and he did it. We're very happy with the finished product. The fence and gate were installed during the heat wave. Josh worked through the heat to get the fence up quickly to close up our yard. Thanks...
McBarnes Handyman Services Plus
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Reviewed in June 2023
Quick clean about it. No unnecessary mess and best part my drains are completely clean again.
Jack Frost Drain Service, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2022
I hired them to install my Generac generator. Terrible communication. They spend most of their time in commercial work and dabble in residential. They would show up, work for a few hours, then move onto another job. It has taken well over two months, and my generator, as of today, still isnÃ¢Â Â...
Martell Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
I would recommend him to anyone! I had a very hard job and he got it done! Super!
Kzoo Patch & Paint
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Reviewed in August 2022
Working with this company was awesome! Kate helps you by coming to your home to find out your needs and helps guide you through the product choice and the scope of the project. She is a delight to work with. The crew who installed the flooring were professional and worked diligently the whole...
Floor Coverings International Kalamazoo
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Reviewed in August 2019
They contacted me the same afternoon that I entered my task on HA and actually came out and did the estimate that same day. The owner Ken was very knowledgable and likable. You wont believe this, because Its hard for me to, but we agreed on the work, and they came and installed 2000 sq ft of the...
All Phase Asphalt and Chip Seal
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